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Colonial Williamsburg Original Ghost Walk Classic Tour

About this experience

KIDS 12 AND UNDER FREE
Meet at THE PRECIOUS GEM in Merchants Square

Explore the haunted streets of Colonial Williamsburg by Lantern light on the Original Ghost Walk, a captivating 1-hour lantern guided tour that unveils chilling tales and legendary spirits. Led by expert storytellers dressed in period attire, this outdoor walking experience takes you through moonlit alleyways and historic locations, revealing the darker side of America's most historic town. Perfect for families, history lovers, and ghost enthusiasts, this tour blends true history with eerie legend, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the hauntings that linger in the shadows.

- Duration: Approximately 1 hour of easy-paced walking
- Experience chilling true stories and local legends
- Guided by engaging local storytellers in themed attire
- Ideal for families, couples, and paranormal enthusiasts

At a glance

  • Duration: 1 hr

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Colonial Williamsburg Original Ghost Walk Classic Tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour1 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 1 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Can I bring my dog? Yes but keep your dog on a leash

What is included

  • 1 Hour Lantern Guided Walking Tour

Itinerary and highlights

Civil War Ghosts, keep your eyes on the windows!

Look for the faces on the Obelisk shaped tombstone! People always see something different, what do you see?

This is an eerie location near the Palace Green, dimly lit with an eerie feeling!

Another beautiful, historic stop on our lantern guided walking tour!

This is the main event of the tour, one of the most haunted houses in all of America! This location has been described as "unsettling" at best!

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meet IN FRONT OF the PRECIOUS GEM (not the back parking lot). Look for a guide holding a lantern in front of THE PRECIOUS GEM in Merchants Square at 423 W Duke of Gloucester St.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Lanterns & Legends Ghost Tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Can I bring my dog? Yes but keep your dog on a leash

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 1 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–12; Youth tickets: age 13–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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